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Types of Trailers: Which One Suits Your Needs?

Trailers aren’t just for hauling stuff—they’re your ticket to adventure, a handy work partner, or even a home on wheels. Whether you're hitting the open road, tackling a big project, or gearing up for a weekend getaway, the right trailer makes all the difference.

But with so many options out there, how do you know which one is right for you? Let’s break it down and find the best fit for your needs.

Starting a Hobby Farm: Key Steps and Insurance Tips for the Canadian Prairies

Owning a hobby farm in the expansive and rich lands of the Canadian Prairies is an exciting thing. Rich soils, wide-open skies, and communities with welcoming farming folk create a great place to take up small-scale farming. Whether you’re raising livestock, growing organic vegetables, or even aiming for an entirely self-sufficient way of life, establishing a hobby farm calls for some thoughtful planning and knowledge regarding agricultural insurance. Here’s some things to consider:

Is It Time to Update Your Home Insurance Policy? Here’s How to Know.

Your home isn’t just a building—it’s where memories are made, where milestones are celebrated, and where life unfolds. But as life changes, so do the needs that come with protecting your home. That’s where your home insurance policy steps in.

Keeping your insurance updated is vital, but how do you know when it’s time to make adjustments? Here are the most common scenarios when it’s worth reassessing your home insurance policy.

Sandbox Mutual Insurance Names New President & Chief Executive Officer

Sandbox Mutual Insurance is pleased to announce that Rob Jones will be taking on the role of President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Sandbox, effective December 17, 2024. Rob will be taking the helm of the organization after serving as the Senior Vice-President, Growth and Customer Experience with Sandbox since 2020.

Stay Safe This Holiday Season with These 6 Tips

The holidays are a special season, with twinkling lights and cozy evenings by the fire. But it also comes with unique risks. Winter is one of the busiest times for home insurance claims, with common issues like fires, water damage, and accidental injuries taking the spotlight.

Studies show a spike in home fires during December and January, which can be caused by unattended candles, overloaded electrical circuits, or dry Christmas trees. It’s recommended to take extra precautions this season to protect your home and family.

Pros and Cons of Condo Ownership

Compared to renting, owning your own condo is pretty sweet however, there are some things that are not-so-sweet like when your upstairs neighbours start reorganizing furniture at midnight. We’re here to debunk and prove the pros and cons of condo ownership because believe us when we say, there are definitely some perks to owning your own condo. And when we say some, we mean a lot.

What is Comprehensive Car Insurance?

What is comprehensive car insurance? What does it do? Why do you need it? Well, would you believe it if we told you we and our insurance brokers get asked this question a lot? And it’s understandable. Sometimes, this kind of car insurance legal jargon makes things… complicated. It’s one of the core reasons why people don’t fully understand what’s in their insurance policies. We’re here to take you through what it is, how much comprehensive car insurance costs, deductibles, limitations, and of course, the benefits of its coverage.

Get Your Home Ready for Winter With These Four Essential Tasks

Before winter arrives, there are several things you need to do inside and out to make sure your home can handle the frigid temperatures ahead. Canadian Prairie weather can hit hard, especially in the winter. Being proactive is the best way to ensure you have a safe, comfortable, and efficient winter season.

Uniting for Jasper: Sandbox Activates Emergency Response Program

In 2022, Sandbox Mutual Insurance emerged as the new face of Saskatchewan Mutual Insurance, and as part of our new brand, came along a new Giving Back policy. At Sandbox, we believe in Giving Back to the communities we do business in: Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. So, we crafted four ways we could do it:

Holy Murphy Macaroni! The Murphys’ Restaurant Ruins

Have you met The Murphys? They’re a family that, you might say, have the worst luck imaginable. Whatever can go wrong for these poor folks definitely does go wrong. Even when it comes to their family-owned restaurant business!